Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1687
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in SUMMERSET EXT 6 at the MIDRAND Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
SUMMERSET EXT 6
Area / Town
MIDRAND
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1685
PO Box Postal Code
1687
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: SUMMERSET EXT 6
Area: MIDRAND
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1685
PO Box Code: 1687
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1685 for:
• Online shopping (Takealot, etc.)
• Courier deliveries
• Government & banking forms
• Medical aid registrations
Street Code vs PO Box Code — What’s the Difference?
South Africa uses two separate postal codes for most areas. The street delivery code (1685) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in SUMMERSET EXT 6. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1687) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MIDRAND Post Office. If your address says “PO Box” followed by a number, use this code. Using the wrong code may result in mail delays or non-delivery.
Both codes are 4-digit numbers assigned by the South African Post Office (SAPO) and are specific to SUMMERSET EXT 6 in MIDRAND, Gauteng.
About SUMMERSET EXT 6, MIDRAND, Gauteng
SUMMERSET EXT 6 is a suburb or locality situated in the MIDRAND area of Gauteng, South Africa. Like all South African suburbs, it has been assigned unique postal codes by the South African Post Office (SAPO) to facilitate accurate mail sorting and delivery.
The postal code (zip code) for SUMMERSET EXT 6 is 1685 for street addresses and 1687 for PO Box addresses. These codes are used by residents, businesses, government departments, courier companies, and online retailers to identify and route mail correctly to SUMMERSET EXT 6 within the broader MIDRAND postal delivery area.
Whether you are filling out an online form, sending a parcel, registering with a medical aid, applying for a government service, or completing a bank application, the correct postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 is 1685.
Frequently Asked Questions — SUMMERSET EXT 6 Postal Code
What is the postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6?
The postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 in MIDRAND, Gauteng is 1685 for street addresses and 1687 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for SUMMERSET EXT 6?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for SUMMERSET EXT 6, Gauteng is 1685. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1685 if your address is a street address in SUMMERSET EXT 6.
What is the PO Box postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6?
The PO Box postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 in MIDRAND is 1687. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1685 instead.
What area does SUMMERSET EXT 6 fall under?
SUMMERSET EXT 6 falls under the MIDRAND area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1685 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is SUMMERSET EXT 6 located in?
SUMMERSET EXT 6 is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the MIDRAND area. Its street postal code is 1685.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1685 for SUMMERSET EXT 6) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1687) is used for mail addressed to a Post Office Box. South Africa’s postal system assigns separate 4-digit codes for each type to ensure accurate sorting and delivery.
What postal code do I enter for online shopping deliveries to SUMMERSET EXT 6?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1685 when your delivery address is in SUMMERSET EXT 6, MIDRAND, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 the same as the zip code?
Yes. In South Africa, postal codes and zip codes are the same thing. The postal code (zip code) for SUMMERSET EXT 6 is 1685 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1685.
How do I address a letter to SUMMERSET EXT 6?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then SUMMERSET EXT 6, MIDRAND, Gauteng, and end with 1685. For a PO Box, use 1687.
What is my postal code if I live in SUMMERSET EXT 6?
If you live in SUMMERSET EXT 6 in MIDRAND, Gauteng, your postal code is 1685. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1687.
Can I use 1685 for courier deliveries to SUMMERSET EXT 6?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in SUMMERSET EXT 6, Gauteng, use 1685. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MIDRAND area.
What is the postcode for SUMMERSET EXT 6 in South Africa?
The postcode for SUMMERSET EXT 6 in South Africa is 1685 (street address) or 1687 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for SUMMERSET EXT 6 on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in SUMMERSET EXT 6, MIDRAND, use the street postal code 1685.
How many digits is the postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6?
The postal code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 is a 4-digit number: 1685. All South African postal codes are 4-digit numeric codes. Do not add any extra digits or letters when entering this code on forms.
What suburbs are near SUMMERSET EXT 6 in MIDRAND?
SUMMERSET EXT 6 is located within the MIDRAND postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our MIDRAND area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MIDRAND in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within MIDRAND, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For SUMMERSET EXT 6 specifically, the street postal code is 1685. Visit our MIDRAND postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. SUMMERSET EXT 6 in MIDRAND uses 1685. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1685 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in SUMMERSET EXT 6, MIDRAND, enter 1685 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for SUMMERSET EXT 6 on online shopping sites?
Use 1685 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in SUMMERSET EXT 6. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the SUMMERSET EXT 6 postal code on the SAPO website?
Yes. The South African Post Office (SAPO) maintains an official postal code database at postoffice.co.za. The street code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 in MIDRAND, Gauteng is 1685 and the PO Box code is 1687.
Note: Postal code information for SUMMERSET EXT 6 is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About SUMMERSET EXT 6 Postal Code — MIDRAND, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of SUMMERSET EXT 6?
The physical street postal code of SUMMERSET EXT 6 is 1685. This code covers all street-addressed properties in SUMMERSET EXT 6, MIDRAND, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for SUMMERSET EXT 6, Gauteng?
South Africa does not officially use the term zip code — the correct term is postal code. However the two terms are interchangeable. The zip code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 in Gauteng is 1685. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1685.
3. What postal code does SUMMERSET EXT 6 use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in SUMMERSET EXT 6, MIDRAND, use the street code 1685. This applies to FNB, Standard Bank, Absa, Nedbank, Capitec, Old Mutual, Discovery, and all other South African financial institutions.
4. What is the post code for SUMMERSET EXT 6?
The post code for SUMMERSET EXT 6 is 1685 for street addresses in MIDRAND, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in SUMMERSET EXT 6, the post code is 1687. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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